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Davidson County, NC Drug Bust: 200 THC Vapes, 600 Grams Seized

A 21-year-old Lexington man faces new drug charges following a second investigation in one month.

Lexington, NC · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

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‘Blue wave,' Virginia Foxx election: What News & Observer readers talked about Nov. 2-8

Election week dominated the conversation at newsobserver.com. From a longtime Republican congresswoman hanging on by fewer than 100 votes to Democrats flipping the state House after 16 years, readers were talking online Nov. 2-8. Here are the five stories that had News & Observer readers talking last week, and where you can jump in. Virginia Foxx’s razor-thin loss Rep. Virginia Foxx, the 83-year-old Banner Elk Republican who chairs the powerful House Rules Committee, lost her reelection bid to Democrat Chuck Hubbard — but barely. With all precincts reporting in the 5th Congressional District, Hubbard led 48.7% to 48.66%, close enough for Foxx to call for a recount. »» Read the story, see the comments Is a blue wave sweeping NC’s congressional races? Heading into Election Day, politics reporter Danielle Battaglia broke down how President Donald Trump’s low approval ratings and shifting Cook Political Report ratings were putting Republican-drawn maps to the test. Districts once rated “solid Republican” — including those of Richard Hudson, Brad Knott and Foxx — had slid toward “likely Republican” or worse. Hudson and Knott lost their reelection races. »» Read the story, see the comments Meet NC’s new members of Congress With Republican incumbents Richard Hudson,

North Carolina · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

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What to watch at UNC and NC State boards of trustees meetings this week

Hello reader! Welcome to Higher Stakes , your source for North Carolina’s higher education news. I’m reporter Jane Winik Sartwell . It’s going to be a big week. Both the UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State trustees are meeting. The fallout from the disturbing Sigma Nu hazing investigation continues to unfold. St. Augustine’s , the historically Black university in Raleigh, faces a deadline to explain how it plans to exit bankruptcy. I’ll be focused all week on bringing you the latest on these stories. Stay tuned. For now, here’s a preview of what to expect at those trustees meetings. What to expect from UNC’s trustees Protocol for campus-wide centers and institutes could be changing. A proposed policy could expand the provost’s control over the launch of new centers, who sits on committees that handle their periodical reviews, and their discontinuation or reclassification. Earlier this year, the abrupt closure and consolidation of six centers focused on international studies brought this issue to the fore. Academic program review could now consider cost. A presentation on the Academic Program Review Refresh Project says that the initiative allows the university to tell whether “cost of instruction is aligned with student demand.” Trustee Marty Kotis previously

North Carolina · 1d

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‘A vote against government’: Cabarrus County school bonds fail

CABARRUS COUNTY, N.C. — Cabarrus County Schools are working to figure out what’s next after voters shot down a school bond referendum to build new schools and renovate others. Central Cabarrus needs a new high school because they’ve run out of room. But how will they get...

Cabarrus County, NC · 1d
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NC State Seeks Second Straight Tuition Hike for Incoming In-State Students

North Carolina State University — Reported Site of Tuition Proposal Review. NC State's Board of Trustees is weighing a 3% tuition increase for in-state undergraduates entering in fall 2027, the second consecutive year the Raleigh university has sought such a hike. The university is also seeking a 3% increase for nonresident undergraduates, along with higher fees for student media, student center repairs and renovation, dining, and housing.

North Carolina · 1d

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Lithium-ion Batteries Banned from Household Trash in North Carolina, Recycling Starting Dec. 1

Lithium-ion batteries tossed in the trash can spark fires in garbage trucks and recycling facilities, a risk New Hanover County officials hope a new North Carolina law will help reduce. Starting Dec. 1, the law makes it illegal to put lithium-ion batteries in household trash or recycling. The batteries power...

New Hanover County, NC · 1d

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Putting Frost Cloth on Your North Carolina Plants? The Timing Matters More Than You Think

Frost can coat your lettuce leaves while the thermometer on your porch still reads 35 degrees. That sounds backward, but it happens on clear, still nights more often than most of us realize. The reason is simple physics. Cold air settles low, and plants lose heat straight up into an...

North Carolina · 10h

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Duke Health Launches Small Cell Lung Cancer Center of Excellence

“Center translates treatment advances into rapid access for patients. Duke Cancer Institute has launched a new Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Center of Excellence. This comprehensive, patient-centered program delivers rapid access to novel therapies, cutting-edge research, and multidisciplinary expertise for patients with one of the most aggressive forms of lung cancer.

North Carolina · 2d

Salisbury Post

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Queen for a day: Local veteran named Hyundai Hometown Hero

SALISBURY — It was a Tuesday, the day that veterans normally meet at Christiana Lutheran Church in Salisbury for lunch and a program; however, Nov 10 would not be the […]

Salisbury, NC · 14h

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North Carolina Has A Reindeer Farm Where You Hand-Feed The Herd Before Christmas

Some holiday traditions involve a crowded mall and a long line for a photo. Others involve a mountain road, a guide who knows every animal by name, and a hungry goat waiting for a treat from your open hand. High in the North Carolina mountains near Banner Elk, a working...

Banner Elk, NC · 12h

The Ledger News

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Opinion: Dear Democrats — make civility great again, please

Laura Leslie urges Democrats to answer voter frustration with Trump-era cruelty and self-dealing by embracing civility, decency and accountability.

North Carolina · 1d

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Rare Gray Bat Turns Up in Western NC State Park for the First Time Ever

A gray bat turned up in a western North Carolina state park in September, and biologists say it is the first time the endangered species has ever been documented in a state park unit. The discovery came during a routine annual bat survey conducted by North Carolina's State Parks division and the Wildlife Resources Commission, somewhere in the high country of the state's mountains.

North Carolina · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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Tuesday's basketball rewind: No. 1 Queen's Grant starts to shake off some rust

Queen’s Grant, the reigning N.C. High School Athletic Association 2A state champion, has had a rough start to the season. The Stallions (2-2), ranked No. 1 in The Observer’s preseason Sweet 16 poll , lost to private school 3A state power Concord Academy last week on a buzzer-beater. Concord Academy is No. 3 in The Sweet 16. Not 24 hours later, they lost in overtime, 69-63, to private school 4A state champ Forsyth Country Day (Forsyth lost, 60-47, to Concord Academy Tuesday). Tuesday night at home, the Stallions played their second game in their brand new gymnasium and beat Carmel Christian, 71-59. Queen’s Grant — which lost 6-8 big man Mekhi Allen, a four-star recruit, to Faith Family (TX) in the offseason — got 28 points from 6-9 junior Chase Smith, plus 11 from Cannon DeBerry and 10 from point guard Preston Scott. Carmel’s Jermier Nelson, who had a school-record 51 points over the weekend, had 30. In his first three games, Nelson is averaging 38 points per game. Yes, it’s early, but that’s No. 1 in America. — In other boys’ featured games, No. 2 Ambassador Christian beat Caldwell Academy 89-74 behind 37 points from RJ Moore. As mentioned,

North Carolina · 1d

WNCT

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Upcoming Veterans Day celebrations across eastern N.C.

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Several communities around Eastern North Carolina will host their own ceremonies for Veterans Day. GREENVILLE: The Chick-fil-A at University Boulevard in Greenville is set to distribute 400 free boxed meals to veterans on Wednesday. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO. FROM PITT COUNTY BELOW: American Legion Post 289 Veterans Day Activities: American […]

Greenville, NC · 1d

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Meet the Freshmen Headed to the N.C. General Assembly

When the North Carolina General Assembly convenes next year, there will be at least 33 new faces among the 170 legislators who will propose, draft, and vote on state policies. Riding the massive blue wave of last Tuesday’s midterm election, 24 of the newcomers are Democrats. Their success in House races, where many overtook Republican incumbents, helped their party secure a majority in the chamber for the first time since 2010. In the Senate, Democrats picked up four seats to bring the chamber’s split to a likely 26-24 Republican advantage.

North Carolina · 1d

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Eastern North Carolina businesses honor veterans with free meals, discounts and community support

Restaurants and other businesses across Eastern North Carolina are offering free meals, discounts and special promotions Wednesday, November 11, in recognition of Veterans Day. National chains with locations throughout the region are participating, while one Jacksonville restaurant is extending its efforts beyond the holiday by collecting gift cards to provide...

Jacksonville, NC · 21h

FOX8 News

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Davidson County commissioners discuss proposed Duke Energy plant

DAVIDSON COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A hearing was held in Davidson County on Monday night for a multi-billion-dollar complex that Duke Energy wants to build on both sides of the Yadkin River in both Davidson County and Davie County. The power company says it needs the complex to meet the rising regional electricity demand and […]

Davidson County, NC · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

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You voted for lower prices. How might this election actually affect your wallet?

The reason many North Carolinians went to the polls was to voice their thoughts on President Donald Trump and the actions his administration has taken since he returned to office, News & Observer reporters learned after speaking with voters. Tariffs Trump has implemented have driven up the costs of imported goods. And the war in Iran he brought the U.S. into led to a spike in oil prices and the prices drivers pay at the pump. In North Carolina, the cost of regular gas surpassed $4 a gallon in early October. This time last year, it was about $2.81. But North Carolinians didn’t just vote for — or against — a candidate or party. They approved three constitutional amendments , including two that affect taxes. One amendment sets the state income tax rate cap at 3.5%. The other requires lawmakers to pass a bill limiting property tax increases by local governments, though the amendment did not specify an amount. How income tax rate caps could affect your wallet Capping the income tax rate might seem attractive to voters whose budgets are being squeezed as prices rise and wages stagnate. But Alexandra Forter Sirota, executive director of the NC Budget and

North Carolina · 1d

Salisbury Post

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Lady luck: Nazareth’s Small Town Vegas night delights, excites

SALISBURY — Visitors tried their luck at the F&M Trolley Barn on Saturday night and it was a not just for fun but for a good cause. Nazareth Child and […]

Salisbury, NC · 1d

Duplin Times

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Provisional votes put Smith over Murphy in 3rd Congressional District contest

U.S. Army veteran and former state representative Raymond Smith is the unofficial winner of North Carolina's 3rd Congressional District contest over U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy, the Republican from Greenville. With the provisional ballots in all nine counties reported, the Democratic challenger received 118,488 votes to incumbent Murphy's 118,195 votes, according to the N.C. State Board of Elections. Libertarian candidate Daniel Cavender received 3,007 votes. Murphy was ahead after Election Day by 233 votes, with 117,583 ballots to Smith's 117,350. Smith pulled ahead on Tuesday by 293 votes. The difference was within the 1 percent margin that allows Murphy to call a recount. Smith, an educator from Goldsboro, on Election Night did not concede. His campaign director in Greenville said Tuesday a final count is crucial. “From the beginning of the campaign we always wanted to make sure that every vote counted,” said Diane Taylor, field director and community coordinator. “That was always our main priority. Even in this process (the provisional count) we really look forward to watching the process work as designed. We love the fact that Pitt County and all the other counties … have felt like Dr. Smith is the man for this job.” In Duplin, Murphy

North Carolina · 10h